Sooo, I had the idea of doing some kind of "realistic" Pokedex entry for quite a long time now. Finally I came to realize this concept and I chose one of the most badass (in my opinion) Pokemon, Gyarados (and its so hilarious how such crazy and weak Pokemon as Magikarp turn into such a beast.. haha) I love this Pokemon (1st gen for the win ) and Magikarp are funny, too! ^^ I sorta based Gyarados on Chinese Dragons + Deep Sea Fish + moraine! ^^

Please tell me how you like this one! I worked soo hard on it and spent soo much time!

Favs, critiques and meaningful feedback are hiighly appreciated!

Aaand another thing: I even thought of doing some kind of "animated" or programmed Pokedex, so with info buttons to click on etc.. But I dont really have a clue how to do something like this.. (I guess with flash?) If there is anybody, who has knowledge about such things, I would be happy to hear it!

This is a lovely piece of art. I adore the Magicarp swimming around. It was a nice touch to it and the Gyarados looks stunning. The fins on his head and back are very well done. I think they could have had a little more red blended into the white but that is just me. The tail looks a little long and more slim than it should but other than that this looks wonderful. His two little whiskers are my favorite part right along with the shading. But maybe his or her eyes could have been a tad brighter in color for a more aggressive look.

Ya'know. There is a Magikarp in every generation. Third, it was Feebas as she evolved into Milotic. Fourth was male Burmy and he became a strong Mothim. Female Burmy became slightly stronger Magikarp and Yes. Mothim is a fairly powerful Pokémon. In fifth... No clue. I don't really like fifth gen as I really don't like the long, difficult, incredibly boring plotline... XY. The Magikarp comes back as Magikarp.... Yeah...

Wow, so Gyarados protect their young Magikarp, and their young Magikarp clean their scales for them? Makes sense to me! And I'm glad to hear that Gyarados aren't the horrible beasts that most people think they are (their true eating habits are relieving).

I adore the style of coloring you use! It makes it look like it was actually in a small tank within that Pokedex lol And I also love how you still managed to make Magikarp look realistic with the 'derp' face they have. Amazing job. One of the best realistic Gyarados on DA.

Is great yes, but I feel the face is not true to gyarados, he has (as depicted by anime, cards, etc.) a larger, more serpent-esqé jaw (similar to the unhinged jaws of snakes, as it is always depicted very largely, with a deep recession of the skull). This take was more reptile/dragon in the face, but it is great none the less, just the mouth bugged me so I figured I'd let you know ;D

Awesome! XD Now that Pokemon I wouldn't mind existing in real life, and I couldn't imagine it being different than you drew it. n.n Yah, it's kinda ironic, isn't it? That dumbass Magikarp turning into a powerful Water/Dragon Pokemon.I once liked the show, but now I really am no Pokemon fan anymore. I mean, come on... some Pokemon in the newer generations don't even look like living creatures anymore (I faintly remember one episode from Black and White, where a coffin thing attacked the heroes). But I root for 1st and 2nd Generation! They have THE Pokemon! Charmander + evolutions, Pikachu, Raichu, Evee with all its many evolutions, Dratini, Dragonair, Lugia, Gyarados, Ponita, Rapidash, Mew, Mewto, the 3 legendary birds and beasts (meaning Suicune, Raikou and Entei)... and some more. I just still like some Pokemon, despite not being a fan anymore. But they are just so cool!